Indonesia
Dive Sites Cruise on an Old Schooner

Visit Indonesia dive sites in style on a
traditional cargo ship that has been transformed into a cruise ship. Big Cruise
lines have difficulties maneuvering through the many islands that form the
republic of Indonesia. Waters between some of the land masses are quite shallow
and narrow. On the other hand between Bali and Lombok the water can get really
rough because of the deep valley in the sea and you need a stable and
established vessel to travel comfortably.

The Sea Safari Phinisi vessels tick all the
boxes. They are safe and offer all the comfort, gadgets, personnel and know how
you need to spend relaxing days cruising the sea and completing exciting dives exploring
the rich underwater world in very specific spots of this huge archipelago.

Diving is for beginners and advanced; there
will be teachers and mentors on board. The crew will also provide the equipment
for diving, snorkeling and fishing to make sure your holidays are memorable.

Your air conditioned cabin contains a queen
a size bed and a small bathroom with shower, international food is prepared and
served by experienced staff. Entertainment is assured; bar, sound system, DVD
players, TV and Karaoke and the very necessary computer with Adobe Photoshop,
satellite telecommunication service is at your disposal.

Safety is a Big Issue

Sea Safari is providing all necessary
equipment for emergencies like

experienced crew

life jackets

speed boat

life saving boat

inflatable life raft

fire hose etc.

There are Many Indonesia Dive Sites and Sea Safari Owns Not Just One Cruise Ship

There are several of these Phinisi anchored
in different harbors throughout Indonesia. We visited Sea Safari VII flying the
pirate flag! The marketing director took us from the office at Benoa Harbor
straight to the ship itself where we were allowed on board to see it for
ourselves. The crew was preparing a dinner cruise around the harbor.

We recognized the ship immediately as a
Phinisi because of its curved decks; according to the captain they use the sails
and engines, depending on the request of the guests and also depending on
weather and currents.

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Remember Our Own Cruise

Many years ago when Tom and Kathy were
still in primary school, we had a chance to join a cruise from Flores to Komodo
and Sumbawa. We stopped at several harbors and had a chance to see unique
landmarks and visit local tribes. The highlight was the snorkeling and trek on
Komodo Island to see for ourselves the unique prehistoric Komodo dragons.

To cruise through the beautiful and also
strange string of islets east of Bali and explore the underwater as well as the
land is an absolute adventure; do not miss this Indonesia dive sites cruise.

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